Julie Draper Poet Quatern

Autumn Returns

in soft signs of autumns return
cool night air settles on the land
and refreshed, earth breathes in the mist 
exhaled as morning dew on grass

grasses sprout fresh and green again 
in soft signs of autumns return
bright pansies nod floppy faces
dampened by rainbow sun showers

tree leaves are curling yellow-edged 
ripe pumpkins glow golden orange
in soft signs of autumns return
summer has matured on the vine

dawn and dusk rise and fade slowly
sunlight mellows to golden hues
days shorten preparing for rest
in soft signs of autumns return


Hint of Autumn Poetry Contest
Sponsor Regina McIntosh
28 August 2022

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Susan Ashley August 24, 2022 at 5:39 PM Dear Julie, you capture the seasonal changes of summer to autumn with vibrant imagery. I especially loved; "bright pansies nod floppy faces" and "summer has matured on the vine". Such a splendid poem! Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes for you.. ~Susan Julie Draper August 24, 2022 at 8:55 PM Hi Susan, thank you very much for the lovely feedback and words of encouragement. It's very much appreciated :) Regards Julie